The Department of Communication Studies, Film, and New Media at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach undergraduate courses in 2025. This search will establish a “pool” of instructors if such openings occur during Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2025. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the year. Course topics may include: film foundations, film production, editing with Adobe, cinematography, film sound, studio production, new media, animation, documentary, electronic literature, web design, and/or game design.Augsburg's Communication Studies, Film, and New Media department is distinctive as an active, liberal arts program in the middle of a vibrant, urban arts and media community. We offer programs in film production, film studies, new media, promotional communication, web design, and game design. The successful candidate will possess both a high level of intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation. We value collaborations with media professionals, as they provide resources and opportunities for student learning and professional development. Candidates are encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these abilities and experiences.Available courses vary by term. Most classes are held during the day, 2-3 days per week. In addition to teaching the class and grading student work, instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email, hold regularly scheduled office hours, reach out to students with course progress information, use the learning management system (Moodle) for grading and supplemental course content, and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. A course syllabus with calendar, textbook and homework selection, sample activities and exams, and shared office space are typically provided. Most classes are taught in-person on our Minneapolis campus. Each course requires approximately 12-15 hours/week for 15-16 weeks. The successful candidate will possess both a high level of intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation.
Compensation & BenefitsSubject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284$5,500 to $6,550 per courseEligible for 1-1.5% retirement contribution matchTuition discount for employees and dependentsTransit pass discountNot eligible for healthcare benefitsCourse refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate or 3-credit graduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.